This text discusses the history of the Latin language, starting from its development in Roman law to its role in European culture. It also covers major codifications, the use of Latin as the language of European ius commune, and its significance in modern legal languages. Furthermore, it delves into the communication value of legal Latin, comparing it to other legal languages such as Legal German, Legal French, and Legal English. The text also includes information about the Roman kingdom, specifically the founding of the city of Rome in 753 BC and the transition from kingship to the Roman Republic in 509 BC.